Marketing Manager Leading Hotel, Co. Kildare About the Role: Red D are recruiting a talented Marketing Manager for a beautiful hotel in Co. Kildare.
This role will drive the marketing and PR strategy for the hotel, focusing on maintaining a high standard of luxury.
It involves collaborating with various stakeholders and ensuring commercial goals are achieved.
This position is perfect for a creative and strategic professional with a passion for hospitality and luxury brand marketing.
Key Requirements: Proven experience as a Marketing Manager or in a similar role within a 4* or 5* hotel.
High levels of energy, enthusiasm, and professionalism, with a results-oriented approach.
Extensive knowledge of digital marketing strategies and platforms.
Strong leadership skills, with the ability to adapt to different people and situations.
Excellent communication skills, capable of building strong relationships with both employees and customers.
A natural leader who can inspire and empower others to improve performance.
A team player who promotes a positive work environment that embraces diversity and mutual respect.
Main Duties: Develop and execute the Marketing and PR strategy to enhance brand awareness, build lasting partnerships, and achieve revenue targets in collaboration with key stakeholders such as the General Manager, PR, and Brand Marketing teams.
Identify, develop, and maximise opportunities to drive revenue through both internal and external channels.
Manage relationships with creative, PR, and social media agencies, ensuring KPIs are met and all contractual agreements are fulfilled.
Oversee the hotel's brand image across all areas (F&B, Spa, Rooms, etc.)
and ensure all marketing materials adhere to established brand guidelines and standards.
Manage the hotels official website and OTA content, ensuring accuracy and alignment with the brand's standards in collaboration with key stakeholders.
Seek long-term partnerships to enhance brand awareness within the luxury 4* segment.
Oversee advertising agreements, including content, deadlines, and performance, and consider expansion based on budget, strategy, and demand.
Create briefs for photography, video content, and graphic design to maintain the hotel's high standards of visual communication.
Coordinate content shoots for the hotel and F&B outlets, assisting with regional campaigns in collaboration with the business unit brand team.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders on creative concepts across hotel, F&B, and MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Events) segments.
Support the sales team with relevant marketing collateral and assist in driving growth in MICE.
Contribute to hotel and group campaigns (Digital, Brand, CRM) in collaboration with the group team.
Stay updated on competitors, travel, and F&B trends to maintain a competitive edge.
Ensure a seamless guest experience through effective internal communication of all marketing and PR initiatives.
Manage and optimise an extensive marketing budget, ensuring efficient use of resources.
Create and maintain reports, tracking key KPIs relevant to marketing efforts, and provide accurate updates to stakeholders.
What's in It for You: Bonus based on KPIs Excellent learning and development opportunities.
Complimentary leisure centre membership.
Discounted rates across hotels and resorts.
Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and wellness initiatives.
Discounts throughout the company Free parking on-site and meals provided while on duty.
Employee referral incentive scheme and social team events.
Flexible working hours.
A supportive and positive working environment focused on team appreciation.
A team recognition programme that celebrates achievements.
